Population: 42,522
Ellensburg is one of Washington State's most centrally located cities.
Ellensburg is home to Central Washington University.
Home to the Ellensburg Rodeo, known as one of the best rodeos in North America
Awarded
a silver medal from the League of American Bicyclist for being a bike friendly
community.
Founded: November 26,1883
The city was originally
named Ellensburgh, until
the final -h was dropped
under standardization pressure from the United
States Postal Service and Board of Geography Names in 1894
Population Estimate: 18,774
Climate/Geography:
Precipitation: 9 inches/yr
Ellensburg has an arid, four-season climate. It lies on the dry eastern edge of Washington's Cascade Mountain Range at an elevation of 1,540 feet.
Guided Tours
For the true adventurer, Ellensburg offers many opportunities for guided tours throughout the area.
Fishing:
Rafting:
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ellensburg,_Washington
http://quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/53/5321240.html
